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PVEM Sets Terms for Electoral Reform, Backs Funding Cut Only With Equal Shares

Leaders say clear rules must protect smaller parties to ensure a level playing field.

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PVEM condiciona apoyo a reforma electoral a reglas claras y piso parejo

Overview

  • Senate coordinator Manuel Velasco said the party would accept a 50% reduction in public financing only if the money is allocated equally to all parties.
  • Velasco opposed eliminating proportional representation seats and called for a broad, consensus-based debate on the electoral package.
  • He affirmed that the MorenaPVEM–PT alliance is not at risk heading into the new legislative period.
  • Senate president Gerardo Fernández Noroña confirmed the PVEM will hold a Mesa Directiva vice presidency beginning September 1.
  • In Mexico City, the PVEM caucus announced plans to file more than 80 initiatives next session and will choose new floor leadership on August 29.